Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Cultural District cancelled a gay-themed play set to be staged at its Xiqu Centre less than two hours before tickets went on sale on Saturday, citing complaints the piece promoted confrontation and defamed the city. The author of We Are Gay, Candace Chong Mui-ngam, was also attacked in a 1,000-word opinion piece in the pro-Beijing Wen …

Prices start at $325 for the carry-on version, $375 for the checked size, $395 for a larger checked version, or $995 for the entire family set. I am planning on using the carry-on version this weekend, and it easily paired with my iPhone. In every other respect, it’s a normal bag—it has your standard polycarbonate shell with a (I have …

The reverberations of recent border hostilities have provoked a stunning public censure from former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi, who has unequivocally accused Afghanistan of “ingratitude.” His address on the social media platform ‘X’ was less a statement and more a poignant lament, articulating a crushing disillusionment with the tragic fracturing of a decades-long kinship. Shahid Afridi proceeded with an …

The rift between Indian pacer Mohammed Shami and chief selector Ajit Agarkar has intensified ahead of the much-anticipated India-Australia 2025 series. The veteran speedster responded sharply to Agarkar’s recent insinuations about his fitness, fuelling a controversy that has now overshadowed India’s preparations for the tour. Mohammed Shami dismisses Agarkar’s fitness claims ahead of IND vs AUS 2025 showdown Shami, who …

These actions are the latest installments in a mounting campaign the U.S. launched in early September, signaling a shift from isolated interdictions into sustained military pressure. On September 2, U.S. forces struck a vessel in international waters, killing 11 people, and claimed that it belonged to the Tren de Aragua gang and was laden with narcotics. Just over a week …

These actions are the latest installments in a mounting campaign the U.S. launched in early September, signaling a shift from isolated interdictions into sustained military pressure. On September 2, U.S. forces struck a vessel in international waters, killing 11 people, and claimed that it belonged to the Tren de Aragua gang and was laden with narcotics. Just over a week …

Stretching across its country’s narrowest point, a train ride offers an extraordinary journey between two vibrant coastal cities. Operated by the Mexican navy, the Tren Interoceánico is lined with armed marines at every platform and crossing, a reminder that it is both a vital transport link and a symbol of modern infrastructure revival. The train brings passengers from the Pacific …

DERA ISMAIL KHAN, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 18th Oct, 2025) The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Food Safety and Halal Food Authority Dera observed World Food Day with a comprehensive awareness campaign focusing on food safety, hygiene, and public health. On the special directives of Deputy Director Sajad Ahmad, the Food Safety Team conducted awareness sessions for food handlers, educating them …

A new app with a straightforward name wants to make it easier for people to fix their stuff by helping them find trustworthy repair services near them. The Repair App launched today, on a day that’s being celebrated as International Repair Day. The app is currently available in beta form in the US and France, because that’s where cofounders Robert …

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari paid tribute to Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto and the martyrs of democracy on the 18th anniversary of Karsaz tragedy. He said that from that day until her martyrdom, her life and sacrifice remained a source of guidance and strength for all those who stood for democracy …

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 18th Oct, 2025) On the occasion of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Omer Aftab, CEO of Pink Ribbon Pakistan Saturday emphasized the critical importance of early detection in combating breast cancer and called upon social media platforms to play an active role in spreading awareness, encouraging users to share information and motivate their followers …

Naran Valley haunted by jinns The beautiful and usually tranquil Naran Valley, a jewel among Pakistan’s tourist destinations, has been given a terrifying new reputation by actress Hira Soomro. In a recent, sensational podcast appearance, Hira Soomro went beyond mere suggestion, swearing an oath that the region is not just scenic, but is a “spiritually heavy” dwelling place for jinn’s …

The agency has flagged governance challenges and ballooning liabilities in its latest sovereign review S&P Global has downgraded France’s long-term credit rating from AA- to A+, warning that rising debt and political tensions threaten the government’s ability to reduce its budget deficit. The agency also revised France’s outlook to ‘stable’ on Friday. S&P expects France’s government debt to reach 121% …

As much as the Mini felt very comfortable and good inside, once I started exploring vibration modes, I began to fear exactly how secure the whole thing was. Based on the wiggling feeling I was experiencing, I had concerns. What if I used too much lube, got excessively wet on my own in addition to the already-applied lube, or sneezed? …

Germany “will very soon” have a deal in place with the Taliban to deport Afghan migrants to Afghanistan. Chancellor Friedrich Merz has promised the German people that returns to Syria and Afghanistan will be made under his administration. Leaders across Europe have been seeking ways to deport migrants back to Afghanistan in large numbers, with Germany leading the charge within …